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finhaus's review against another edition
funny
hopeful
informative
mysterious
reflective
sad
tense
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
4.0
tjguza's review against another edition
4.0
When Stephen King hits he hits. Like all of his books there is like 25-50 pages that could be cut out. But I really enjoyed this one.
realjavert's review against another edition
dark
emotional
mysterious
sad
tense
slow-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
cellophanerevenge's review against another edition
dark
emotional
mysterious
tense
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? N/A
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
3.5
kyannmcmillie's review against another edition
dark
tense
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
5.0
jasmynmc0407's review against another edition
dark
emotional
tense
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? No
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.0
tiasadlon's review against another edition
this was a relatively quick read for a stephen king, and in all honesty it reminded me very much of 11/22/63, which could be a result of me reading them right in a row but i don’t think that’s the only reason. a lot of consideration of (political) power, the responsibility one person has for the future of many, and what really amounts to something being “right” or “wrong.” there’s not much explanation, but rather more food for thought. it’s clearly pre-car accident king, as it has a much darker tone, but you can still find glimpses of hope if you choose to.
readingchia's review against another edition
4.0
Interesting story, ending not quite what I was expecting. It was a good listen.
brittneyandalicebookclub's review against another edition
emotional
sad
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? N/A
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
5.0
The Dead Zone
By Stephen King
Thriller, science fiction
My rating: ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
Johnny Smith has an ability to see things occasionally when he touches people. Is it a gift or a curse? Does he act on what he sees? Is it for a purpose?
❤️ I absolutely loved this book. I felt so connected to Johnny and his story. Often, his story was sad. The sense of sadness I felt for Johnny revealed just how well he was written. I felt for his character. I also really enjoyed Johnny's father. Other characters weren't as developed, but didnt need to be. They all were there for a reason and served their purpose well in the book. I would have loved to read more with Sam in it though.
💔 I don't know that I have any negatives. This book gripped me start to finish. Didnt feel too long, too short, too fast or slow. Loved it.
🎀 This may be my new favorite Stephen King book. I loved the usage of foresight when we know that one more intense vision is coming, but not when or what. It kept some tension as to what's coming up. There wasn't a sense of horror in this book, and I loved the way it was done instead.
✨️TRIGGER WARNING✨️
Animal cruelty - In the beginning, there's a scene with animal cruelty. I can't do that, and thought it'd lower my view of the book. Personally, once I saw that's where the story was going, I quickly just skimmed enough words to not get upset and started back when that scene was over. It wasn't much to skip and I dont feel like I missed anything.
By Stephen King
Thriller, science fiction
My rating: ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
Johnny Smith has an ability to see things occasionally when he touches people. Is it a gift or a curse? Does he act on what he sees? Is it for a purpose?
❤️ I absolutely loved this book. I felt so connected to Johnny and his story. Often, his story was sad. The sense of sadness I felt for Johnny revealed just how well he was written. I felt for his character. I also really enjoyed Johnny's father. Other characters weren't as developed, but didnt need to be. They all were there for a reason and served their purpose well in the book. I would have loved to read more with Sam in it though.
💔 I don't know that I have any negatives. This book gripped me start to finish. Didnt feel too long, too short, too fast or slow. Loved it.
🎀 This may be my new favorite Stephen King book. I loved the usage of foresight when we know that one more intense vision is coming, but not when or what. It kept some tension as to what's coming up. There wasn't a sense of horror in this book, and I loved the way it was done instead.
✨️TRIGGER WARNING✨️
Animal cruelty - In the beginning, there's a scene with animal cruelty. I can't do that, and thought it'd lower my view of the book. Personally, once I saw that's where the story was going, I quickly just skimmed enough words to not get upset and started back when that scene was over. It wasn't much to skip and I dont feel like I missed anything.
Content Warnings
Graphic: Animal cruelty and Animal death
adambhughes's review against another edition
tense
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
3.0